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Club Renovation / Thinking Green

With environmental sustainability top of mind for Australian businesses and families, Seven Hills RSL and Integrated Projects knew early on that we wanted to incorporate green-building initiatives as a key priority in our Club’s redevelopment plan. From the outset, environmental strategies were integrated into the design of our new club.

SOLAR ENERGY

Seven Hills RSL will be installing 300 solar panels (100kW) which should cover most of our new roof surface in Stage 2 of our renovation. Solar power is a great sustainable, green energy choice. Using the sun to generate more of our power means less harmful toxic emissions into the air we breathe from burning fossil fuels. It has huge benefits for our planet; and will also significantly reduce our electricity bills. It’s a win, win!

Solar Panels

We will be installing 300 solar panels

Waste Management

95% of our demolition waste has been recycled.

MINIMAL WASTE

Building materials account for almost half the solid waste generated worldwide. Integrated Projects have made every effort to ensure that our waste is kept to an absolute minimum during our build. Since the start of our renovation, 95% of our Club’s demolition waste has been recycled instead of becoming landfill. Less landfill means less toxins, leachate and greenhouse gases damaging our environment.

RAINWATER TANKS

Clean water is one of Australia’s most valuable natural resources. To help reduce our impact on the environment Seven Hills RSL will be installing two rainwater tanks with a combined storage capacity of 164m3. Rainwater collected from our tanks will be used to irrigate our landscaped gardens to ensure they stay green and healthy after being planted. Additionally, the rainwater will also be plumbed into our Club bathrooms to flush the toilets which will save precious mains water and significantly reduce our water bill.

On Site Detention & Rain Water Tanks

On Site Detention & Rain Water Tanks

Rain water tanks located under car park

STORMWATER DETENTION TANKS

Incorporated into the Club’s redevelopment will be two On-Site Detention (OSD) tanks with a combined storage capacity of 155m3. Our OSD tanks detain and hold storm water run off on a temporary basis and then slowly releases the water to the ground or storm water system. This reduces the potential for flooding to occur and reduces the risk of creek erosion in our local area.

SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS

Sadly, Australia is one of the highest emitters of greenhouse gas emissions per capita in the world, one way we can reduce this environmental impact is by choosing to use sustainable building materials. Here are some of the sustainable and green building materials we have chosen for our Club renovation:

  • Recycled timber beams are being used in the Dining Terrace.
  • Recycled bricks from Australia’s oldest brick recycler, Brickpit, are being used in the Dining Courtyard.
  • Corian vanities will be used in our new bathrooms. They have proven to be extremely safe as surfacing materials, with minimal impact on indoor air quality.
  • Timber flooring in the dining lounge will be sourced from Woodcut. Woodcut have partnered with Carbon Neutral and plant more trees each year than they use on their projects via their Plant-a-Tree program.
  • White Mahogany timber frames will be used in the partition screens throughout the Club as well as the glazed wall in the future Dining Courtyard.
  • Woodtex insulation being used has no Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) or Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP).
  • Equitone cladding will be used in the alfresco area. Equitone panels are 100% recyclable, require low maintenance and have a long-life expectancy.
  • Alpolic cladding will be used on our new façade along Best Rd. All materials and production waste used at ALPOLICTMare 100% recyclable.

We look forward to introducing the first stage of our fresh, new Club to you in late August this year. To stay up to date as our renovation progresses, please continue to visit our website, sign up for our e-newsletter or visit our Club’s Facebook page.

Woodcut have partnered with Carbon Neutral and plant more trees each year than they use on their projects via their Plant-a-Tree program.

Woodtex insulation being used has no Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) or Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP).

Recycled bricks from Australia’s oldest brick recycler, Brickpit, are being used in the Dining Courtyard.

Woodtex insulation being used has no Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) or Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP).

Alpolic Cladding on Club facade

Equitone cladding will be used in the alfresco area. Equitone panels are 100% recyclable, require low maintenance and have a long-life expectancy.

 

Renovation Update / May 2021

Seven Hills RSL Facade - Artist's Impression

Seven Hills RSL Facade – Artist’s Impression


Club Façade

First impressions are everything and it’s fair to say that for many years our Club’s street appeal has not quite reflected the welcoming and modern atmosphere you feel once you set foot inside our doors. We’re excited to announce that works have commenced on the creation of our new Club facade.

The new Club exterior will feature a mix of copper, bronze and white Alpolic cladding, perforated bronze mesh screening, vertical Knotwood battens and floor-to-ceiling windows to create a visually stunning architectural statement.

Scaffolding has been erected across the left exterior of the Club on Best Rd, however our club car park is still accessible from Best Rd & William St.

Seven Hills RSL Facade Construction - May 2021

Seven Hills RSL Facade Construction – May 2021

Seven Hills RSL Facade Construction - May 2021

Seven Hills RSL Facade Construction – May 2021

New Wheelchair Ramp 

If you have visited the Club in recent weeks, you may have noticed hoarding has been installed opposite the top of our escalators as you enter the Club’s main floor. Behind closed walls our construction team are building a new wheelchair ramp and stairs to access our upper lounge area. Once complete, this area will be dressed with stone cladded planter boxes filled with artificial greenery to brighten up the Club’s interiors.

Hoarding at top of escalators

Hoarding at top of escalators

Temporary Lower Lounge

Temporary Lower Lounge

Stage 1 Opening Late August 2021

The below Club renovation timelapse captures 7 months of hard work in an impressive 44 seconds. Fantastic work by the team at Integrated Projects keeping our Club’s Renovation Masterplan right on schedule. We look forward to introducing the first stage of our Club renovations to you in late August this year. To stay up to date as our Club renovation progresses, please continue to visit our website, sign up for our e-newsletter or visit our Club’s Facebook page.

 

 

Covid Safe Update

Dear Members and Guests,

In line with the latest advice from NSW Health, we will be implementing the following COVID-19 safety measures until Midnight on Sunday 16 May:

  • All customer-facing staff will be wearing masks
  • Masks will be compulsory in all indoor gaming areas of the Club. Members and Guests are allowed to remove their mask while eating and drinking.
  • Drinking while standing up will not be permitted.
  • Singing and dancing will not be permitted.

We thank our Members, Guests and Visitors for your cooperation. Your health and safety is our number one priority.

Stay tuned for more updates here on our Club website or via our Facebook page.

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Medical Transport Vehicle for Eligible Club Members

Seven Hills RSL has recently donated a new Medical Transport Vehicle to the Sir Roden & Lady Cutler Foundation and we are proud to announce that the FREE Medical Transport Service is now available to all eligible members.
 
The Foundation provides FREE Medical Transport services door-to-door Monday to Friday throughout Greater Western Sydney.
 
This FREE service assists people with essential medical requirements in particular the elderly and those with disabilities with direct transport to and from hospital and other health appointments. This service is provided in memory of Sir Roden Cutler VC and his efforts to help people with mobility issues similar to those he encountered after losing his leg during World War II.
 
To become eligible for the service you must meet the following criteria:
– Be on an Aged or Disability Pension.
– Must be for Medical purposes only.
– Be referred by a Medical Organisation staff Member/ Medical Practitioner or Social Worker.
– Be able to travel unassisted (Carer is required otherwise)
 
To enquire about the service please contact the Sir Roden & Lady Cutler Foundation on 1300 747 763 or email info@sirroden.org.au or simply have a medical organisation staff member complete the online client referral form on your behalf: www.sirroden.org.au/services/clientreferralform

Free patient transport service for Seven Hills RSL Members

There are many vulnerable members of our community, including children, elderly and disabled, who cannot get to and from medical appointments.

Seven Hills RSL has recently donated a new Medical Transport Vehicle to the Sir Roden & Lady Cutler Foundation. This vehicle will be used to provide transport for the young, the elderly and the disabled needing to get to and from vital medical appointments within our local area. This is a new service that will be available to Seven Hills RSL Members and their families once we have found some volunteer drivers.

This new service should deliver peace of mind to our Members, knowing that there will be a service available to not only transport themselves and their family to an from critical medical and hospital appointments free of charge, but most importantly lessen the burden and anxiety associated in trying to organise this specific type of transport.

*Certain criteria and conditions apply. See www.sirroden.org.au for more information.

Proud representatives from the Sponsors of the Patient Transport Vehicle: (From left to right) Dan Hawkins from Lander Toyota and Joseph Bayssari (Seven Hills RSL General Manager with Vince Del Zio (Sir Roden & Lady Cutler Foundation CEO).

Seven Hills RSL General Manager Joseph Bayssari with Charlie Sala from Sir Roden & Lady Cutler Foundation

Seven Hills RSL General Manager Joseph Bayssari with Charlie Sala from Sir Roden & Lady Cutler Foundation

Volunteer Drivers Needed

Do you have a spare few hours a day/week?

Can you help this wonderful Community Charity? Sir Roden & Lady Cutler Foundation in partnership with Seven Hills RSL is looking for Volunteer Drivers for our successful FREE “Patient Transport Service” for residents who are most vulnerable throughout Western Sydney who require transport to & from medically related appointments. We are looking for Volunteer Drivers to help us ensure that we can continue to provide our unique and wonderful FREE service to those people in need.

So, if you enjoy driving, and like making a difference, please contact Vincent Del Zio on 8765 8661 or Anita Fong on 0419 731 596 if you wish to help or obtain further information.

WE NEED YOUR HELP – THANK YOU!

The new Patient Transport Vehicle – Volunteer Drivers Wanted

The Foundation endeavours to help people most in need.

 

THE PATIENT TRANSPORT SERVICE IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:

Remembrance Day 2020

While we can’t mark Remembrance Day and the 75th Anniversary of the End of WWII with traditional commemorations and gatherings, there are many ways we can connect with and thank our veterans tomorrow from wherever we are.
 
Here are the Top 4 things you can do;
1. Observe one minute’s silence and personal reflection at 11am on Wednesday 11 November and pay tribute to all Australians who have served or are currently serving.
 
2. Donate to the Poppy Appeal online – Plant a virtual poppy in the RSL Poppy Appeal Remembrance Day garden and leave a message of thanks for a Veteran. www.poppyappeal.com.au
 
3. Tune into live services and virtual commemorative services – This includes the official livestream of the service at the Cenotaph in Martin Place that will be available via the RSL NSW Facebook page and NSW Government home page.
 
4. Reach out to a veteran – On Remembrance Day, reach out to a veteran you know or in your community to offer your thanks. Share a message of remembrance by tagging a Veteran on the RSL NSW Facebook page and use the hashtag #remembertoremember.
 
Please note our Sub-Branch will be conducting a closed invitation Remembrance Day Service Wednesday 11 November at the Club Cenotaph due to COVID-19 restrictions. This event is not open to the public.

New Car Park Entry & Exit

Due to ongoing Club Renovations, the main entry & exit points into our Club Car Park from Best Rd will be closed. Please follow the directional signage to enter & exit the Club from William St.

TAXI DROP

If you are being dropped off at the Club by Taxi, Uber or a fabulous friend or family member, the Taxi Drop Off point is via the main entrance to the Club on Best Road as per the map below.

DISABLED PARKING & ACCESS

From Monday 7th September the new disabled parking area is located on the back wall near the entrance to Club Reception. Please access these parking spaces from the new William Street entrance. A new ramp has also been constructed in the Club foyer to facilitate disabled access into the Club from that entry point.

PEDESTRIAN ENTRY

As can be seen from the map below, access to the Club will remain the same if travelling to the Club by foot.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation whilst we build you a better Club!

Seven Hills RSL Map

\Seven Hills RSL Map

Building you a fresh, new Club!

Seven Hills RSL is proud to announce that extensive renovation works have commenced at the Club signalling a fresh, new chapter for the Club’s future.

Scope of works is expected to take 2 years to complete, however together with Integrated Projects, the renovation has been master planned to be carried out in 3 stages to ensure minimal disruption to our Members and guests whilst visiting the Club.

Stage 1: New Indoor & Alfresco Lounges, Bar.

Stage 2: Stage two of the Master plan will be to develop the exciting, new dining quarter of the Club. The dining precinct will boast a new alfresco dining terrace, separate courtyard dining as well as expansive indoor seating. The two new dining outlets include a new Bistro, with all your traditional favourites, as well as a unique new Food Bar featuring a live cooking station with an ever-changing theme and menu concept to keep you coming back for more. Think Pizza Bar one month, Dumpling Bar or Mexican Cantina the next!

The indoor dining lounge will feature restaurant booths and a private dining space that can seat up to 24 guests, making the Club the ideal venue of choice for future celebrations with friends and family.

Stage 3: New Club exterior, Sports Bar with alfresco terrace and entrance to dining.

Stage 1 of the project is already underway with completion of stage 1 estimated for August next year. We’re excited for what’s ahead and hope you are too. We appreciate your patience whilst we build you a better Club!

CLUB RENOVATION VIDEO

CLUB RENOVATION GALLERY

Signing in and out for contact tracing purposes

Sign In

For those of you that have visited one of our venues lately, you will be aware that all Members and guests must sign in with their contact details upon arrival for Covid-19 contact tracing purposes.

From today, we will also be requiring each patron to sign out of the venue. Please keep your sign in slip with you until you leave as you will be required to reference your visitor number when signing out of the Club.

We want to say a huge thank you to all our guests for being so co-operative with our Covid Safety measures to date and we look forward to your ongoing support.

Club donates $62,000 to fund new Panda Resuscitation Bed and ACTG Foetal Heart Rate Monitor

Better Foundation Donation

Seven Hills RSL is extremely proud to donate $62,000 to the Better Foundation to fund a Panda Resuscitation Bed and a CTG Foetal Heart Rate Monitor.

Our donation allows the hard-working doctors and nurses at our local hospital provide better care for unborn and newborn babies. The resuscitation bed allows doctors and nurses to monitor and respond quickly to high risk babies and also perform life-saving resuscitation if they stop breathing. The CTG monitor allows medical professionals to detect any abnormalities in pregnancy and respond correctly and quickly.

Our Club plays a vital role in backing valuable projects for our district and we believe that this equipment for the hospital’s Special Care Nursery will have a huge impact on saving babies lives in our local community.

Better Foundation Donation